WVTF: This “Everyday Joe” is Running for Office so Virginians Have a Choice

From WVTF on January 8:

Corey Fauconier is likely not a name you’ve heard before. And that’s because he’s a self proclaimed “everyday joe” — who just also happens to be running for Virginia’s State Senate.

Fauconier is the libertarian candidate for the 9th Senate District in Tuesday’s special election. That district includes much of Richmond City, and parts of Henrico, Hanover, and Charles City counties.

Fauconier — though — has a message he thinks all Virginians should hear: that in 2015, more than half of state lawmakers ran for their seats unopposed.

Justin Amash trying to make it easier for third parties and independents to compete.Laws should not advantage particular political parties or discriminate against candidates who choose not to affiliate with a party. The Ballot Fairness Act (#HR1681) helps equalize the treatment of candidates so elections will be fairer and voters will have more options. ... See MoreSee Less

I am certain their support of Pete Wells for Liberty appeal had something to do with that decision, since it directly contradicted what the democrat appointee at the Department of Elections wanted. Redrawing the lines has to be part of the reason too.

I'm really starting to be embarrassed as a Virginian...

My first question was why. The article explains: "State law requires that two of the three members are affiliated with the governor’s political party. The third member is selected from the party that is out of power. Members serve four-year terms and must be approved by the General Assembly." Terrible headline from RTD.

another reason not to elect a democratic governor = a democratic electoral board

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